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Barley Grass Benefits
Many people are allergic to pollens from grass and weeds. Such allergies usually occur in the late spring and summer.
This is for information only and not for use in the treatment or management of an actual poison exposure. If you have an exposure, you should call your local emergency number (such as 911) or the National Poison Control Center at 1-800-222-1222.
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Allergies Hay fever
Poisonous Ingredient
Although the grass itself may not be harmful, fertilizers,
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